Abs Repair Information

• Before performing repairs to the ABS, determine the cause of the malfunction using "Guided Fault Finding"  .

"Guided Fault Finding"  is performed using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

• Before working on the ABS, disconnect the Ground (GND) cable from the battery. If the vehicle has a coded radio, get the radio code from the customer before beginning if necessary.
• Before welding with an electric welding tool, pay attention to the notes found in General Information; Body Repairs, Body Collision Repair.
• When working with brake fluid, observe relevant safety precautions and notes. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .
• After finishing any work that required opening the brake system, bleed the brake system using the Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit: VAS5234  . Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .
• During final road test, carry out at least one ABS-controlled braking operation (appropriate pulsations must be felt at brake pedal).
• Absolute cleanliness is required when working on the anti-lock brake system. Do not use any products which contain mineral oil, such as oils, greases etc.
• Thoroughly clean all unions and the adjacent areas before loosening. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents such as brake cleaner, fuel, thinners or similar chemicals.
• Place the removed parts on a clean surface and cover them.
• Carefully cover or seal opened components if the repair will not be done immediately. (Use Plugs: 1 H0 698 311 A  )
• Only use lint-free cloths.
• Only unpack replacement parts immediately prior to installation.
• Only use parts in their original packaging.
• If system is open, do not work with compressed air and do not move the vehicle.
• Make sure that brake fluid does not enter harness connectors.
• When painting, electronic control module can be exposed to a maximum temperature of. 95 °C (203 °F) only briefly, and to a maximum of 85 °C (185 °F) for longer periods (approximately 2 hours).